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Big price cut ordered for phone and video calls for Texas jail inmates in 2024
Fees Texas inmates pay to make calls will be slashed under new federal regulations approved this month. High rates that had averaged 23 cents a minute for Texas jail inmates have long been a target of prisoners, their families, and advocates.The Federal Communications Commission voted last Thursday to approve regulations, to take effect next year, that cap the price of inmate phone and video calls at prices as low as 5 cents per minute.The prices and caps differ throughout the state, and depend on prison size as well as differences between state and local rules. While Texas had lowered the...
Man arrested after leaving three young children inside RV following alleged assault
WINKLER COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – A Fort Worth man was arrested on Saturday after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and three children, before leaving the three children alone in an RV for an undetermined amount of time. The Winkler County Sheriff’s Office said that at about 5:15am on Saturday, July 20, deputies responded to the Royal […]
MPD investigating three suspects following aggravated robbery
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Police Department and Midland Crime Stoppers are seeking information regarding an aggravated robbery that happened earlier this month. According to Crime Stoppers, at about 4:04am on Sunday, July 14, officers responded to an aggravated robbery at 2613 North Midland Drive. The victim was reported to be a Hispanic male, […]
Family Promise announces retirement of Executive Director Tom Miller and introduces successor Krystle Vodron
Jul. 25—MIDLAND — Family Promise of Midland announced in a news release the retirement of Tom Miller, who has served as executive director for 13 years. His retirement will be effective on August 1, 2024. Succeeding him is Krystle Vodron, a dedicated and passionate leader with a rich background in education and community service. In his heartfelt retirement letter, Tom Miller reflected on his ...
Denise Norman files for MISD School Board District 1
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Denise Norman has filed for the MISD School Board District 1 election. Norman has served on eight different educational boards/committees and is a member of the Parent Teacher Association. She is an administrator and Human Resources Director in the oil and gas industry, but says that public education is important.
First Friday celebrating one year anniversary
Jul. 25—First Friday ODTX is back for a special one-year anniversary celebration. This monthly event has brought Downtown Odessa and surrounding areas to life with vibrant celebrations that bring our community together. August's First Friday from 6 — 9 p.m. Friday, August 2, will showcase vendor markets, live music stops, pop-up art gallery, engaging crafts, and exciting special promotions. ...
Hector Limon credits parents for success that's led to Lubbock ISD Hall of Honor
In the late 1970s and early '80s, the Lubbock Christian University baseball team played a handful of games on Estacado High School's home field. Hector Limon made a point of attending each one. Growing up, Limon's father was a devoted Chaparrals fan, which rubbed off on him. His dad had a relationship with LCU coach Larry Hays, which made the prospect of playing for the Chaps all the more enticing. ...
Slaton Bakery hosts second Texas Banana Pudding Festival
LUBBOCK, Texas — Slaton Bakery will host the second annual Texas Banana Pudding Festival on Saturday, August 31 at 8:00 a.m. The bakery will offer four different puddings available to enjoy. A social media event said the flavors were Church Lady Banana Pudding, Fireball Boozy Banana Pudding, The King, inspired by Elvis and Cherry Delight.
Texas Retailers Included In Boar’s Head Huge Deli Meats Recall
Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is recalling all liverwurst product produced by the establishment that is currently available in commerce because it may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The company is also...
Texas Department of Public Safety to Dedicate Boat in Honor of Fallen Trooper
AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will hold a boat dedication ceremony on Friday, July 26, to honor Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick, who died in a vehicle crash while responding to a call in Deaf Smith County in 2006. The ceremony will take place at...
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